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SO64 AVJ

2015 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,306 mi
Last recorded97,306 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 BMW 12056,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO64 AVJ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 97,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2026 97,306 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 92,981 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 92,981 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 81,151 miles

emissions test attempted but too low to register.

Fail 20 Nov 2023 81,151 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

emissions test attempted but too low to register.

Pass 17 Nov 2022 68,345 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 63,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 52,153 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 40,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 18 Feb 2019 34,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 28,761 miles

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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SO64 AVJ is a 2015 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 56,516 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO64 AVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 11 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO64 AVJ registered?

SO64 AVJ is a 2015 BMW 120, first registered on 26 February 2015.

Is SO64 AVJ safe to buy?

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